This year, it is occurring about two weeks early, the result of a favorable spring and a particularly hot summer. It is a sign that nature is following its own rhythm—and that the harvest, too, is likely to arrive sooner.

The onset of ripening

Véraison marks the transition from a green grape to a fruit that begins to reveal its full potential.

Red grape varieties gradually take on crimson hues, while white varieties become more translucent and take on a golden glow. Inside the berries, sugars accumulate, acidity levels drop, and the first aromas begin to develop. It is a pivotal stage that will shape the balance and character of the future vintage.

A decisive period

During this phase, every vineyard plot is closely monitored. Ripening progresses at different rates depending on the grape variety, soil type, and exposure.

Our winegrowers inspect the grapes daily to determine the ideal harvest time, as just a few days can make all the difference in achieving perfectly ripe fruit.

The 2026 vintage is underway

Véraison is always a special moment. It rewards months of hard work in the vineyards and offers a glimpse of the promise held by the upcoming vintage.

At Stélaïa, we follow this evolution with passion, convinced that great wines are born long before the harvest begins. Today, the grapes are taking on their first colors; tomorrow, they will reveal the full richness of our Pic Saint-Loup terroir. We look forward to sharing the results of this new adventure with you in a few months’ time.

With Les Déesses Muettes Cinsault 2026, we wanted to reveal another side of this remarkable grape variety: a delicate, fruit-driven red wine where freshness takes centre stage.

A gentle winemaking process, including a short, low-temperature maceration, preserves the purity of the fruit, creating a wine with a light ruby colour, vibrant aromas of strawberry, raspberry and delicate flowers, and a silky palate with soft tannins, perfect balance and refreshing elegance.

Presented as a preview at Wine Paris, it immediately won over wine professionals with its modern style, finesse and drinkability.

Serve it slightly chilled and enjoy it with a charcuterie board, summer barbecues or simply shared with friends.

Available now at the Stèlaïa Boutique.

Come and discover why Cinsault red is making such a remarkable comeback.

This competition, which each year recognises the finest wines from the region’s cooperative wineries, highlights the collective expertise of the winegrowers and teams who work day in, day out to bring out the richness of our terroirs. Receiving this award is therefore a true recognition of the work carried out both in the vineyard and in the cellar.

Our ‘Célébration’ cuvée, an organic wine with no added sulphites, hailing from the Pic Saint Loup terroir, fully expresses the distinctive character of this iconic appellation: a wine that is at once elegant, structured and generous, characterised by lovely freshness and sumptuous aromas.

Above all, this medal recognises the collective efforts of our winegrowers, their commitment to quality and their dedication to our region.

We invite you to come and discover (or rediscover) this award-winning cuvée at our wine cellar, and to celebrate this wonderful recognition with us.

Under his leadership, his vineyard took a decisive turn: certification in organic farming in 2011, followed by HVE (High Environmental Value) certification in 2019. For him, this is a way of combining tradition and modernity, but above all of doing his bit for the land he loves so much.

Thierry is also a chairman who values dialogue. At the helm of the winery for over 15 years, he strives to drive projects forward without leaving anyone behind, always with diplomacy and respect. He also represents the winery on the board of directors of the Pic Saint Loup wine growers’ association – a role he takes to heart, with the same spirit of consensus.

This milestone marks the start of an ambitious journey: achieving Vignerons Engagés certification by the end of 2026.

This label (the first sustainability and CSR label in the wine sector, based on the international ISO 26000 standard) is a natural extension of the CSR initiative we launched in 2024.


It takes into account our entire ecosystem – from our cooperative winegrowers to our employees – with a holistic approach, from vine to glass.

At Stélaïa, we believe in the power of collective action and shared responsibility. With this new commitment, we reaffirm our determination to produce quality wines whilst respecting people, our region and the environment.